State Board of Education OKs Texas-heavy social studies plan, setting stage for clash over history lessons
Educators worry the plan will deemphasize topics like world geography, history and cultures. The board aims to vote on what specific content social studies lessons will include by next summer.
https://rgv.news/state-board-of-education-oks-texas-heavy-social-studies-plan-setting-stage-for-clash-over-history-lessons-20656.html
Inside Valley Politics: Kirk assassination prompts outcry across the nation
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — On this week's episode of Inside Valley Politics, we will be talking about the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk and the person of interest in the shooting, who is now in custody....
https://rgv.news/inside-valley-politics-kirk-assassination-prompts-outcry-across-the-nation-20655.html
Couple, accomplices arrested in connection with auto theft ring tied to cartel
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Five people accused of being involved in an auto theft ring linked to a local cartel were arrested by the Cameron County Sheriff's Office. Andreina Gonzalez, 36, Benito Martin Loredo, 28, Enrique Rodriguez Hernandez, 22,...
https://rgv.news/couple-accomplices-arrested-in-connection-with-auto-theft-ring-tied-to-cartel-20650.html
The Long Walk: More soul than tension
Directed by Francis Lawrence Screenplay by JT Mollner Based on the book by Stephen King Starring Cooper Hoffman, David Jonsson, Mark Hamill ★★★☆☆ With a tagline like “Walk or Die” and a “based on Stephen King” credit, The Long...
https://rgv.news/the-long-walk-more-soul-than-tension-20649.html
Sprouts Farmers Market coming to Brownsville
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Sprouts Farmers Market, a supermarket chain known for its selection of organic and natural foods, is coming to Brownsville. Construction on the new store is slated to begin in May 2026, with an anticipated completion...
https://rgv.news/sprouts-farmers-market-coming-to-brownsville-20646.html
Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing had become 'more political' and likely acted alone, authorities say
OREM, Utah (AP) — The man accused in the Charlie Kirk assassination had earlier expressed to family his opposition to the viewpoints of the conservative activist, the authorities said Friday in announcing an arrest in a targeted killing that...
https://rgv.news/suspect-in-charlie-kirk-killing-had-become-more-political-and-likely-acted-alone-authorities-say-20644.html
Texas bill to restrict abortion pills beefs up an existing legal tool for a new fight
HB 7, which passed the Legislature this month, allows private citizens to sue abortion pill providers and manufacturers, mirroring a 2021 law that allows private enforcement of abortion bans.
https://rgv.news/texas-bill-to-restrict-abortion-pills-beefs-up-an-existing-legal-tool-for-a-new-fight-20641.html
Police: Gunman shot Progreso public works director
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A city administrator from Progreso was shot Thursday afternoon during a bizarre incident that apparently involved a mysterious man with a mohawk. Progreso Public Works Director Jose “Borrado” Moreno was shot in the hand Thursday...
https://rgv.news/police-gunman-shot-progreso-public-works-director-20635.html
Running Out: Texas’ water crisis — and the path forward
A growing population, leaking pipes and changing climate threaten the state’s water supply. Texas lawmakers hope a $10 billion investment over the next decade will help.
https://rgv.news/running-out-texas-water-crisis-and-the-path-forward-20622.html
Rifle recovered in the search for Charlie Kirk's killer as FBI releases photos of person of interest
OREM, Utah (AP) — The sniper who assassinated Charlie Kirk is believed to have jumped off a roof and fled into a neighborhood after firing one shot and has not been identified, authorities said Thursday in disclosing they have...
https://rgv.news/rifle-recovered-in-the-search-for-charlie-kirk-s-killer-as-fbi-releases-photos-of-person-of-interest-20621.html
Families gather at WTC to honor 9/11 victims, 24 years later
LOWER MANHATTAN, N.Y. (PIX11) – Twenty-four years after the Sept. 11 terror attacks, families of the victims gathered Thursday to honor their loved ones in a private ceremony in Lower Manhattan. The commemoration ceremony began at 8:30 a.m. at...
https://rgv.news/families-gather-at-wtc-to-honor-9-11-victims-24-years-later-20618.html
Taqueria food violators caught making same mistakes
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — With tears and hugs, the Food Patrol is making a dream come true in a barbecue joint, while a taqueria acknowledges that more work needs to be put in. The barbecue spot is beaming with...
https://rgv.news/taqueria-food-violators-caught-making-same-mistakes-20612.html
Conservative Charlie Kirk dead after being shot during Utah event: Trump
Charlie Kirk has been hospitalized and is in critical condition, a law enforcement source told the Associated Press.
https://rgv.news/conservative-charlie-kirk-dead-after-being-shot-during-utah-event-trump-20603.html
San Benito set to open its first Chick-fil-A
SAN BENITO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — After months of anticipation, the first Chick-fil-A in San Benito is ready to open its doors next week. Chick-fil-A San Benito will be owned and operated by Stephanie Champion, who began her Chick-fil-A journey...
https://rgv.news/san-benito-set-to-open-its-first-chick-fil-a-20600.html
Some of Texas’ highest-paid charter superintendents run some of its lowest-performing districts
Three Texas charter school districts underreported compensation paid to top leaders. They also recently had failing or near-failing performance ratings.
https://rgv.news/some-of-texas-highest-paid-charter-superintendents-run-some-of-its-lowest-performing-districts-20593.html
New charges, court date set for man accused of murder in death of Navy sailor with Valley ties
More charges have been filed in the death of Angelina Resendiz, who was initially reported missing and later found dead in the Broad Creek area of Norfolk earlier this year.
https://rgv.news/new-charges-court-date-set-for-man-accused-of-murder-in-death-of-navy-sailor-with-valley-ties-20578.html
The silent killer: New guidelines for managing high blood pressure
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology have released the first major update to high blood pressure management guidelines since 2017. Hypertension remains one of the leading causes of heart disease and stroke...
https://rgv.news/the-silent-killer-new-guidelines-for-managing-high-blood-pressure-20575.html
Twenty Years Later, Katrina Still Haunts the Gulf from New Orleans to Houston
Editor’s Note: Join us Wednesday evening for a joint event sponsored by Mother Jones, the Texas Observer, and Capital B. “The Lingering Storm” will revisit one of the nation’s deadliest storms and how to prepare for the future—in downtown...
https://rgv.news/twenty-years-later-katrina-still-haunts-the-gulf-from-new-orleans-to-houston-20574.html
The Eyes of Chihuahua
For three years, Luis Mendoza has periodically gone to the same construction site in downtown Ciudad Juárez to check on the progress of a 20-story tower that will serve as the home base of a vast state surveillance project. ...
https://rgv.news/the-eyes-of-chihuahua-20554.html
Station 1 keeps it clean, 2x ¡Que Rico! Top Performer
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In this week’s Food 4 Thought, a top performer is now a two-time sticker recipient and is thrilled to be featured again. The Food Patrol is also heading to a seafood spot that failed its...
https://rgv.news/station-1-keeps-it-clean-2x-que-rico-top-performer-20544.html
Exclusive: Austin parents whose daughter died at Camp Mystic speak out
AUSTIN (KXAN) — An Austin family whose 8-year-old daughter, Linnie, was killed at Camp Mystic two months ago is speaking out in an exclusive interview. "Linnie was so special," her mom, Callie McCown, told KXAN Investigates, describing their only...
https://rgv.news/exclusive-austin-parents-whose-daughter-died-at-camp-mystic-speak-out-20543.html
McAllen revokes bar permits over failure to stop underage drinking
MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The City of McAllen has revoked the permits for a number of downtown bars in the Entertainment and Cultural Overlay District that officials say refused to prevent underage drinking, according to a news release from...
https://rgv.news/mcallen-revokes-bar-permits-over-failure-to-stop-underage-drinking-20528.html
Eagles' Jalen Carter apologizes following ejection for spitting on Cowboys' Dak Prescott
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia defensive tackle Jalen Carter apologized after he was ejected for spitting on Dallas quarterback Dak Prescott moments after the Eagles' pregame Super Bowl championship celebration. Carter was tossed for for unsportsmanlike conduct six seconds into...
https://rgv.news/eagles-jalen-carter-apologizes-following-ejection-for-spitting-on-cowboys-dak-prescott-20527.html
Sen. Brandon Creighton’s switch from lawmaking to Texas Tech leader signals a new era for higher ed
More Texas universities are turning to politicians to lead their systems, preferring political clout over academic credentials.
https://rgv.news/sen-brandon-creighton-s-switch-from-lawmaking-to-texas-tech-leader-signals-a-new-era-for-higher-ed-20523.html
Victoria murder suspect arrested in Brownsville
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The search for a murder suspect wanted out of Victoria has come to an end after he was arrested in Brownsville. A warrant of arrest was issued Saturday, Aug. 30, for Charles Lee Brazil Jr.,...
https://rgv.news/victoria-murder-suspect-arrested-in-brownsville-20518.html
$13M of meth hidden in produce truck at Pharr International Bridge
PHARR, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Bundles of methamphetamine valued at approximately $13 million were seized on Tuesday by federal officers stationed at the Pharr International Bridge. The meth was located during a routine inspection by U.S. Customs and Border Protection...
https://rgv.news/-13m-of-meth-hidden-in-produce-truck-at-pharr-international-bridge-20515.html
Police ‘Secrecy Grab’ Dies After Senate Refuses Uvalde Compromise
Efforts to limit police transparency by shielding some complaints from public view have failed multiple times during the 2025 legislative season—most recently in the form of House Bill 15, which died this week—fueled ultimately by proponents’ unwillingness to alter...
https://rgv.news/police-secrecy-grab-dies-after-senate-refuses-uvalde-compromise-20510.html
SpaceX proposes 21-acre expansion, public comments accepted through Sept. 25
STARBASE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — SpaceX has applied to work on an expansion project in Boca Chica to expand 21 acres of its existing launch areas, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The project's proposal location is set...
https://rgv.news/spacex-proposes-21-acre-expansion-public-comments-accepted-through-sept-25-20503.html
Texas Legislature Passes ‘Bounty Hunter’ Ban on Abortion Pills
On Wednesday evening, the Texas Senate approved an extreme bill that, pending the governor’s signature, will empower citizens to sue anyone who “manufactures, distributes, mails, transports, delivers, prescribes, or provides” abortion pills to Texans for at least $100,000 in...
https://rgv.news/texas-legislature-passes-bounty-hunter-ban-on-abortion-pills-20502.html
Corpus Christi’s water supply is uncertain after City Council ends water treatment plans
Years of blundering and project delays have pushed the South Texas city to the brink of crisis as drought bears down and industrial water use grows.
https://rgv.news/corpus-christi-s-water-supply-is-uncertain-after-city-council-ends-water-treatment-plans-20476.html
